Legal AI at work in the Hunter
AI is already changing how legal work is researched, reviewed and delivered. What is harder is understanding what those changes mean in practice and what legal professionals should be preparing for next.
Join Thomson Reuters and members of the Newcastle and Hunter Region legal community for an open evening hosted by Newcastle local Fiona McLay.
The event will combine practical legal AI discussion with the opportunity to meet local peers, exchange perspectives and continue the conversation over drinks and refreshments.
No technical AI knowledge is required.
Tuesday 8 September 2026
4:30 pm - 7 pm AEST
NUspace
University of Newcastle
Corner of Hunter and Auckland Streets
Newcastle NSW 2300
In-person discussion and networking event
Complimentary
What to expect
During the evening, we will explore:
- How AI is changing legal work
- Practical applications of CoCounsel Legal
- Responsible and effective use of legal AI
- The changing expectations of legal clients
- What legal professionals should consider as AI adoption grows
The discussion will include a panel discussion with local law firm leaders, drinks, refreshments and networking with members of the local legal community.
Why attend
This evening is an opportunity to:
- Hear practical perspectives on developments in legal AI
- Consider what these changes could mean for your work
- Exchange ideas with professionals facing similar questions
- Connect with Newcastle and Hunter Region legal professionals
- Learn more about professional legal AI in a relaxed setting
Who should attend
The evening is open to members of the Newcastle and Hunter Region legal community who are interested in how AI is changing legal work.
Meet the panel
Fiona McLay, Lead AI Client Advisor, Thomson Reuters
Sarah Hammond, Partner, Moray & Agnew
Lauren Eade,
Principal, Davies Collison Cave
Sara Rayment Kot, Founder and Managing Partner, Inkling Legal Design & Adjunct Associate Professor, University of Newcastle
Register your interest
Places are limited. The workshop is open to the eligible roles listed below, and every expression of interest will be reviewed before a place is confirmed.